Financial Accountant

AWD online; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector finance team in Glasgow seeks a qualified Financial Accountant to lead statutory financial reporting and audit preparation. You will coordinate year-end processes, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and liaise with external auditors. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of IFRS and prior experience in financial reporting. This full-time role offers flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working options

Generous annual leave allowance

Cycle2Work scheme

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Professional development and learning support

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in preparing financial statements and statutory reporting.
• Experience liaising with external auditors and audit teams.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and deliver under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Produce statutory accounts for multiple entities in line with IFRS and FReM.
• Coordinate the year-end close process, ensuring timely reconciliations.
• Act as the key point of contact for auditors and resolve issues.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of IFRS

Time management

Education

Professionally qualified accountant (e.g. ICAS, ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA)

Tools

IRIS accounting software

Job description

Overview

Financial Accountant

A great opportunity for a qualified Financial Accountant to lead statutory financial reporting and audit preparation within a dynamic public sector finance team.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Financial Controller, Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Financial Analyst, Audit Accountant

Details

• SALARY: £42,717 pro rata
• LOCATION: Hybrid role, working part from the office in Glasgow, Scotland (G40) and part from home
• JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 6 Month Fixed Term Contract
• WORKING HOURS: 35 Hours per Week

Job Overview

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Financial Accountant to lead on the preparation and delivery of annual statutory accounts in line with IFRS, FReM and public sector financial reporting standards.

As a Financial Accountant you will coordinate year-end close processes, ensure accurate financial statements, and act as the primary contact for external auditors to deliver a smooth audit process.

The Financial Accountant will apply strong technical accounting and analytical skills, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks while supporting continuous improvement of financial controls.

Duties

• Prepare Annual Financial Statements: Produce statutory accounts for multiple entities in line with IFRS, FReM and CIPFA standards
• Lead Year-End Close: Coordinate the year-end close process, ensuring timely reconciliations and audit readiness
• Manage External Audit: Act as the key point of contact for auditors, responding to requests and resolving issues
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain adherence to public sector accounting frameworks and audit requirements
• Provide Technical Advice: Offer accounting guidance and support to colleagues across the organisation
• Maintain Financial Controls: Strengthen internal controls and ensure all financial processes are documented and effective
• Manage Taxation and Insurance: Oversee VAT returns, tax computations and insurance matters
• Support Continuous Improvement: Review and refine reporting schedules and year-end documentation

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Professionally qualified accountant (e.g. ICAS, ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA)
• Proven experience in preparing financial statements and statutory reporting
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, FReM and public sector accounting frameworks
• Experience liaising with external auditors and audit teams
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and deliver under pressure

DESIRABLE

• Experience using IRIS accounting software or similar
• Background in multi-entity consolidation or intercompany reporting
• Experience driving process improvements in financial reporting

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Professional development and learning support
• Staff discounts and employee wellbeing initiatives

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JOB REF: AWDO-C14021

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